The talks have been ongoing for some time, but it now seems that AZ has a strong chance of retaining the services of Kees Smit. Voetbal International reports that the Alkmaarse club and Smit are close to agreeing on a contract extension until mid-2030. This would be a significant boost for AZ, who have been looking to secure the future of their key players.
Smit has been a regular player in the AZ main team and has made his debut for the Dutch national team. He was signed by AZ at the age of nine and has since become a vital part of the team. The club's decision to extend his contract is likely to be a result of his impressive performances on the pitch.
The extension of Smit's contract is expected to be finalised in the near future, with Voetbal International suggesting that he will sign the new deal once the negotiations are complete. This would be the third contract extension in Alkmaar this summer, following Peer Koopmeiners and Wouter Goes.
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